WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Week nine of the 2023-24 NFL season was marked by stellar performances and new beginnings. Eight Pro Boilers were in the midst of it all, once again demonstrating their excellence on the grand stage.
New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley displayed exceptional skills, leadership, and determination once again on Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Bentley led the Patriots in tackles for the fourth game this season, recording 13 total (10 solo) to go along with two sacks. His dominant presence on the field served as the cornerstone of his team's defense.
After making a head coaching change, the Las Vegas Raiders announced rookie Aidan O'Connell as their new starting quarterback. The former Boilermaker QB stepped into his new role on Sunday and constantly moved the Raiders up and down the field against the New York Giants defense. He completed 16-of-25 passing attempts for 209 yards, leading the Raiders to their first win in three games and giving O'Connell his first win of his NFL career.
Two former Boilermakers flew overseas to Germany this week to battle it out. Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis matched up against Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert for one of the biggest Pro Boiler matchups we've seen yet. Mostert continued to command the ground game for Miami, rushing for 85 yards on 12 attempts and tacking on one touchdown. This touchdown was Mostert's league-leading 13th touchdown and NFL-best 11th rushing touchdown of the season. On the other side of the ball, Karlaftis had one solo tackle and one quarterback hit. The Chiefs defense held Mostert and the high-powered Dolphins offense to just 14 points which is their lowest of the season, as Karlaftis won the battle of the Pro Boilers.
Other Boilermakers in the NFL
• Rondale Moore (Arizona) – Two targets, one reception, five receiving yards, four rushing attempts, three rushing yards vs. Cleveland
• Payne Durham (Tampa Bay) – Played 10 offensive snaps and 12 special teams snaps vs. Houston
• Brycen Hopkins (Los Angeles Rams) – Played 11 offensive snaps and four special teams snaps vs. Green Bay
• Markus Bailey (Cincinnati) – Played 71% of special teams snaps vs. Buffalo
• Derrick Barnes (Detroit) – Bye
• Jalen Graham (San Francisco) – Bye
• David Bell (Cleveland) – Inactive
• Dennis Kelly (New York Jets) – Inactive
• Charlie Jones (Cincinnati) – Injured Reserve
• Corey Trice (Pittsburgh) – Injured Reserve
• David Blough (Detroit) – Practice Squad
New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley displayed exceptional skills, leadership, and determination once again on Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Bentley led the Patriots in tackles for the fourth game this season, recording 13 total (10 solo) to go along with two sacks. His dominant presence on the field served as the cornerstone of his team's defense.
Bent and Barmore 💪@NVBentley33 | @chris_barmore
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) November 5, 2023
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After making a head coaching change, the Las Vegas Raiders announced rookie Aidan O'Connell as their new starting quarterback. The former Boilermaker QB stepped into his new role on Sunday and constantly moved the Raiders up and down the field against the New York Giants defense. He completed 16-of-25 passing attempts for 209 yards, leading the Raiders to their first win in three games and giving O'Connell his first win of his NFL career.
Rocket Arm Aidan™️
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball) November 5, 2023
Longest play of the season for the @Raiders courtesy of AOC!
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Two former Boilermakers flew overseas to Germany this week to battle it out. Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis matched up against Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert for one of the biggest Pro Boiler matchups we've seen yet. Mostert continued to command the ground game for Miami, rushing for 85 yards on 12 attempts and tacking on one touchdown. This touchdown was Mostert's league-leading 13th touchdown and NFL-best 11th rushing touchdown of the season. On the other side of the ball, Karlaftis had one solo tackle and one quarterback hit. The Chiefs defense held Mostert and the high-powered Dolphins offense to just 14 points which is their lowest of the season, as Karlaftis won the battle of the Pro Boilers.
He's here, he's there, he's scoring everywhere. RAHEEM!@RMos_8Ball gets TD #️⃣1️⃣1️⃣ in Germany!
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball) November 5, 2023
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Other Boilermakers in the NFL
• Rondale Moore (Arizona) – Two targets, one reception, five receiving yards, four rushing attempts, three rushing yards vs. Cleveland
• Payne Durham (Tampa Bay) – Played 10 offensive snaps and 12 special teams snaps vs. Houston
• Brycen Hopkins (Los Angeles Rams) – Played 11 offensive snaps and four special teams snaps vs. Green Bay
• Markus Bailey (Cincinnati) – Played 71% of special teams snaps vs. Buffalo
• Derrick Barnes (Detroit) – Bye
• Jalen Graham (San Francisco) – Bye
• David Bell (Cleveland) – Inactive
• Dennis Kelly (New York Jets) – Inactive
• Charlie Jones (Cincinnati) – Injured Reserve
• Corey Trice (Pittsburgh) – Injured Reserve
• David Blough (Detroit) – Practice Squad